How to Pronounce "over and above"
expression
OH-ver and uh-BUHV
OH-vuh and uh-BUV
Definition
Used to mean 'in addition to' or 'more than' something else; it introduces something extra that is separate from what was expected or already given.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈoʊvɝ/ /ˈænd/, /ənd/ /əˈbəv
British English
ˈəʊvɐ/ /ˈænd/ /əbˈʌv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
OH-ver and uh-BUHV
UK
OH-vuh and uh-BUV
Listen in Context
The company offers a bonus over and above your regular pay.
He does volunteer work over and above his job.
You need to pay fees over and above the tuition.
They gave us refreshments over and above what was promised.